Saving fresh strawberries

We love the fresh strawberries that grow in our area. We buy berries in bulk as soon as the fruit stands open. This recipe helps them stay fresh a bit longer. The vinegar leaves no flavor.

Ingredients

Fresh strawberries, half flat

Water, 2 to 3 gallons

White vinegar, 1 cup

Preparation

Carefully set strawberries into a very large bowl. Fill with water. Add vinegar. Swirl berries by hand. Let it sit a minute or so, then swirl again. By hand, scoop berries into a clean bowl, then into airtight container, such as a snap lid or quart-size ziplock bag. Stores in refrigerator for up to one week. When ready to use, cut off stem end.